1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 BMW Z3
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1998 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | Z3 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |